
Expertise
About
Dr. Siddhi Camila Lama is a bioengineer, clinical researcher, and science communicator specializing in regenerative medicine, hair restoration, and public health. She holds a doctorate in bioengineering from the MIT Portugal Program at the University of Lisbon, a master's degree in transplantation of organs, tissues, and cells from the University of Barcelona, and a bachelor's degree in human development from Colorado State University.
Over the past decade, Dr. Lama has worked across academic, clinical, and commercial sectors, supporting translational research in tissue engineering, developing medical devices for dermatologic and aesthetic use, and producing accessible, evidence-based content for both professional and public audiences. Her research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Clinical Medicine and Clinical Biomechanics, and her science writing has appeared in outlets such as Live Science, BrainFacts, Gastro Obscura, and Clean Plates.
Lama serves as a clinical R&D and communications consultant for health-tech and biomedical startups, where she bridges scientific innovation with patient-focused communication. Her multidisciplinary expertise spans biomedical engineering, dermatology, clinical trials, and health education, making her uniquely positioned to translate complex science into impactful health narratives.
Education
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Development, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
- Masters of Science (MS) in Organ, Tissue, and Cellular Transplantation, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Bioengineering, MIT Portugal Program at the University of Lisbon, Lisbon
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Northern Arizona University (in progress)
Certifications
- Certified Nutritionist and Personal Trainer, International Sports Sciences Association
Awards
- FCT-UNL Fellowship for the MIT Portugal Doctoral Program
- CNIC (National Center for Cardiovascular Investigation) Master's Fellow
- Undergraduate Research Fellow at Mount Sinai School of Medicine
- Research Experience for Undergraduates Fellow in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Colorado State University
- National Association of Hispanic Nurses Clinical Research Scholarship
Professional Organizations
- National Association of Hispanic Nurses